Brazilians head to polls in high-stakes, polarized election
A victory for the senator would extend a wave of wins across Latin America by right-wing candidates aligned with US President Donald Trump, while Lula’s reelection could create a headache for Washington, which has clashed with his government over trade and security.
The senator, who has pledged closer ties with the US and Israel, welcomed the Trump administration’s designation of Brazil’s major gangs as terrorist groups, which Lula rejected.
Despite growing worries over Brazil’s public finances and sluggish economic growth, the campaign has offered meager policy debate, as both leading candidates skipped the major TV debates.
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